Pain Immunity: Worried the Villains Aren’t Twisted Enough

Chapter 753: Lin Daiyu Uproots the Weeping Willow, A Battle of Memory and Imagination

Lu Ce: ?

He found it somewhat difficult to understand this behavior of [Knowledge], who seemed completely unconcerned with his question and only knew how to monologue there.

The Arbitrator, at this moment, very appropriately spoke up from the side:

"This isn't the final rule. He is just demonstrating the rule that will be used later. You can just think directly."

Before Lu Ce could reply, the [Knowledge] before him slowly floated upwards. Although the distance wasn't far, at this moment, it felt as if He was the center of this world.

A radiance emanated from His body, and when that light swept over Lu Ce's body, it instantly made him shudder all over.

Looking at himself, although nothing seemed to have happened, a strange sensation had already enveloped him at this moment.

This world suddenly felt unreal, as if he had suddenly traveled into the world of a computer game, where everything was digitized.

Even his own body felt abruptly unfamiliar to him.

On the other side, Xie Antong had the strongest reaction. Her body swayed as she shockingly discovered that all her All-Seeing Eyes were now completely ineffective!Having long grown accustomed to that sense of control, she instantly felt extremely uncomfortable and disoriented.

[He is remodeling the world, filling it with His own energy. It seems the upcoming game is going to be a grand spectacle.]

[Pleasure] floated up and supported Xie Antong's shoulder, offering a very considerate reminder.

[Pay a little attention to yourself when playing later. Don't get yourself killed. I still have uses for you.]

If one didn't know better, they might really think He was some kind of protector.

The [Knowledge] on the other side, looking down at Lu Ce below, continued:

[Didn't you ask me before if I had the ability to read your mind? I don't. But here, my ability does. It exists here.]

As He spoke, He pointed towards the sky above, using this expanse of heaven and earth as an indication.

[It's the same requirement as before. Start thinking now. Think of something you believe you know, but I don't. Of course, I know that's impossible, but just do your best.]

On the smooth surface of the mask, two eyebrows jumped very animatedly.

The next second, a large tree instantly appeared on the sandy ground beside them, and a woman materialized out of thin air next to it!

The woman was beautiful and delicate, the kind who could instantly stir protective instincts at a mere glance. Dressed in ancient attire, she strode with large steps towards the big tree, clasped her fists in a salute, but let out a deep, muffled voice that completely contradicted her appearance.

"Brother, this humble one wishes to become sworn brothers with you today!"

After saying this, she suddenly charged forward, embraced the large tree, and strained to lift it upwards. Tremendous force shook the tree's roots, emitting a teeth-grating creaking sound.

"This... what is this?"

Xie Antong, watching this suddenly appearing scene, nearly choked.

Lin Daiyu uprooting a weeping willow?!

What kind of bizarre things are you thinking about in your head? Is this what you think [Knowledge] definitely wouldn't know?!

But [Knowledge] and [Pleasure] didn't see it that way. In Their eyes, this was just a very ordinary scene collage.

[Didn't she say she wanted to become sworn brothers? Why did she start uprooting the tree? Do you have that kind of custom over there?]

The Pleasure beside them even asked such a question, leaving Xie Antong completely at a loss for how to respond.

[Hmm, perhaps you don't think so, but in my view, the details of this thing are insufficient. It seems it's not something that truly exists.]

[Have you decided? Just this?]

As He spoke, [Knowledge] didn't wait for Lu Ce's reply. He chuckled disdainfully and waved His hand. The scene of Lin Daiyu uprooting the weeping willow before them turned to dust and vanished into nothingness.

Simultaneously, Lu Ce's heart couldn't help but tremble, as if something had suddenly emptied out.

[Even when asked to think actively, you can be so unsteady? Hah.]

"What kind of rule is this? Does this even count as a game?"

[No, just a simple demonstration for you. Arbitrator, explain it to him.]

After experimenting on Lu Ce, [Knowledge] seemed to lose interest. He directly chose to order the Arbitrator to explain the specific rules.

Arbitrator: ......

"What [Knowledge] just demonstrated is part of this game."

"This game is the strongest game that [Knowledge] is capable of setting. Among all the gods, the gods of Life and Death are the most powerful. [Knowledge] once stole a portion of the authority over life and death to create this game."

[What do you mean 'stole'?] An unhappy voice came from the side.

Although it was just a simple introduction, these words served as a reminder to Lu Ce.

This [Knowledge] was no simple character among the gods!

After playing so many games before, he had always thought this god was among the weaker ones.

"The rules of the game are simple. In this space created by the power of life and death, everything is controlled by knowledge. Knowledge reigns supreme over life and death, and life and death will also serve knowledge."

Although these words were spoken by the Arbitrator, they clearly showcased the particular brand of perverse amusement belonging to [Knowledge].

"In the time that follows, the four of you will take turns stating a word and simultaneously picturing that word in your mind."

"If you state something that does not exist within this heaven and earth, then that thing will appear. If you state something that does exist within this heaven and earth, then that thing will disappear."

"An existing thing disappearing is easy to understand and needs little explanation. But the appearance of something non-existent is divided into two situations."

"One situation is that the thing has a real, concrete existence in this universe, and you must accurately designate that specific object in your mind, letting this heaven and earth know."

"The other situation is that the thing is a product of your imagination, without a concrete referent. Then you must imagine the details concretely. If it's not concrete, this world might distort your thought."

"Furthermore, if the word you state conflicts with that of another player, then the standard will be based on the player who imagined it more concretely. The thing you stated will not count."

The three participating Players present listened to the rules. [Pleasure] seemed rather intrigued, but both Lu Ce and Xie Antong sank into deep thought.

If that's the case, then the things being compared in this game are one's vocabulary and one's imagination.

Comparing such things with [Knowledge] is obviously like a small witch facing a great witch—a complete, all-encompassing, crushing defeat. No wonder He believes He can completely take on three opponents in this game.

Moreover, the opponent in His full, powerful state possesses Divine Power. He could very well create something like a supernova explosion that could kill them but have little effect on Himself.

However...

"Taking turns stating words... are there any restrictions on the words?"